Assessing Liver Health: Diagnostics and Protocols

This chapter explores the diagnostic approaches for evaluating liver health, particularly regarding fat accumulation caused by alcohol. It highlights essential tests like phosphatidylethanol and ethylglucuronide, along with the significance of patient history and ethical communication. The discussion also points out the role of the FIB4 scoring system and imaging techniques in managing liver diseases like MASLD, emphasizing a careful and targeted testing strategy.